DOC DESIGNATION: Maremma Toscana REGION/COUNTRY: Tuscany / Italy ESTATE: Il Tesoro PRODUCTION AREA: Valpiana, Massa Marittima (Upper Maremma) GRAPE VARIETY: Merlot (100%) ALTITUDE: 140/160 m above sea level VINTAGE: 2024 VINIFICATION: Temperature-controlled fermentation (below 25°C). Drawn off one week after the end of alcoholic fermentation. AGEING: Aged in second- and third-use French oak barriques for 6 months. BOTTLE SIZE: 0.750 Lt. PACKAGING: Cases of 3 and 6 bottles (0.750 Lt.) VINTAGE: The 2024 harvest was characterized by a fairly balanced start to the season, with significantly more abundant rainfall than the seasonal average, normal temperatures, and favorable temperature ranges until the first half of July. From the second half of July onward, however, the strong heat, both day and night, put a strain on the vines, which, however, responded very well thanks to abundant water reserves. September and October, characterized by abundant rainfall, extended the ripening and harvesting periods. A vintage with generous production, balanced in terms of alcohol and phenolic ripening. ALCOHOL CONTENT: 14% vol. APPEARANCE: Intense ruby ??red color with purple reflections. SENSATIONS AROMA Fresh and sweet notes, with characteristic varietal hints of wild berries.
SENSATIONS TASTE Soft and fresh flavor, harmonious and well-balanced with a long finish. PAIRINGS: First courses with meat-based sauces, aged cured meats, fossa cheeses, second courses of white and red meats.
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